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I'm Taking Sinemet 4 Times Daily. It Seems To Result In Cyclical Effectiveness. Is There A Continuous Release Version For 24 Hr Relief ?

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Fort Myers, FL
August 8, 2024
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According to today's email from Parkinson's News Today, there is a new extended release c/l that has been approved by the FDA and should be available in the US in September. it is called Crexont. https://parkinsonsnewstoday.com/news/crexont-ex...

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August 10, 2024
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Yes, there is a continuous release version of [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]], which is the combination found in Sinemet. If Sinemet is working but you still experience "off" hours when symptoms are more pronounced, your doctor may recommend Duopa. Duopa infuses Show Full Answer

Yes, there is a continuous release version of [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]], which is the combination found in Sinemet. If Sinemet is working but you still experience "off" hours when symptoms are more pronounced, your doctor may recommend Duopa. Duopa infuses [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] directly into the small intestine via a small, battery-powered pump, providing more consistent symptom control.

Key Points:
- Duopa is a continuous release system.
- It infuses medication directly into the small intestine.
- It may help reduce "off" hours.

Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your treatment plan.

August 8, 2024

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